2006 Nissan Altima vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Nissan Altima is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Altima weights approximately 540 kg more than 1987 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Toyota Corolla is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Altima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Altima | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Altima | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |
